EarthCore Isokern Maximus Linear 82L120ST Installation, Operation, Maintenance And Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isokern® MAXIMUS Linear Series 

See-Thru Gas Fireplace and Chimney System 

 

Installation, Operation, Maintenance and Owner’s Manual 

Isokern Models: 82L48ST, 82L72ST, 82L96ST & 82L120ST

 

 

A PRODUCT OF EARTHCORE® INDUSTRIES, LLC

 

 

IMPORTANT

: This manual contains assembly rules, installation steps and guidelines, and use and maintenance instructions 

for Isokern MAXIMUS Linear Series See-Thru gas appliances. This manual must become the property of and be reviewed by 

all current and future users of this product. It is the responsibility of the distributor, general contractor, and the installer of 

this product that the instructions in this manual are followed exactly and, further that the allowed gas log appliance used in 

this product be installed in strict accordance with the gas log manufacturer’s listing and explicit installation and operation 

instructions. 

 

Be Sure to Read Entire Manual Before Beginning Construction. 

Contents of this manual may change without prior notification. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PFS Report No. F19-161 

USA: ANSI Z21.50 - 2019 

Canadian: CSA 2.22- 2019 

 

Issued:  February 2021 

Revision: 000 

©2020 Earthcore Industries, LLC 

 

 

THESE FIREPLACES ARE DESIGNED FOR USE WITH: 

PROPANE (LP) OR NATURAL GAS (NG), ONLY 

THIS MANUAL CAN ONLY BE REPRODUCED IN ITS ENTIRETY 

 

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance 

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference

 

Do not install the Isokern MAXIMUS Linear Series 

Gas Fireplace in a manufactured home or mobile 

home or recreational vehicle.

 

 

This appliance complies with National Safety and 

is tested and listed to ANSI/CSA Z21.50 – 2019 as 

vented gas fireplaces.

 

 

Installation must conform to local codes. Check 

local codes prior to installation. In the absence of 

local codes, installation must conform with 

current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.

 

Summary of Contents for Isokern Maximus Linear 82L120ST

Page 1: ...urer s listing and explicit installation and operation instructions Be Sure to Read Entire Manual Before Beginning Construction Contents of this manual may change without prior notification PFS Report...

Page 2: ...ation 32 Enervex MFD General Information 33 Enervex RS Chimney Fan General Information 34 Enervex MFD Vertical Termination Installation 35 Enervex RS Chimney Fan Installation 36 Enervex MFD Horizontal...

Page 3: ...any component part not approved by Earthcore Industries in combination with this appliance 3 Installation or operation in a manner other than instructed in this manual 4 Burning of anything solid fue...

Page 4: ...fe operation of this fireplace WARNING This unit is not for use with solid fuel 1 Always check local building codes governing fireplaces and fireplace installations The Isokern Maximus Linear Series i...

Page 5: ...any gas control which has been under water 19 The Isokern Maximus Linear Series is not intended to heat an entire home or to be used as a primary heat source 20 Children and adults should be alerted t...

Page 6: ...Earthcore Industries Isokern Maximus Linear Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 02 2021 6 Isokern Maximus Linear Series 48 See Thru 82L48ST...

Page 7: ...Thru Components 82L48ST Component Part Description 13 Smoke Dome 46 48 Qty 2 34 Smoke Dome Side Wall Qty 2 70 Damper Beam 46 48 Qty 2 81 Top Plate 46 48 Qty 1 Component Part Description M65A Sidewall...

Page 8: ...mus Linear Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 02 2021 8 Isokern Maximus Linear Series 72 See Thru 82L72ST Steel angle 6 x 6 x 1 2 cut to span firebox opening This item is not included in the components and...

Page 9: ...uded in the components and can be sourced locally Component Part Description 16 Smoke Dome 60 72 Qty 2 18 Smoke Dome 72 Qty 2 34 Smoke Dome Side Wall Qty 2 69 Damper Beam 42 Qty 2 77A Top Plate 36 42...

Page 10: ...Maximus Linear Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 02 2021 10 Isokern Maximus Linear Series 96 See Thru 82L96ST Steel angle 6 x 6 x 1 2 cut to span firebox opening This item is not included in the component...

Page 11: ...ocally Component Part Description 16 Smoke Dome 60 72 Qty 2 17 Smoke Dome 60 Qty 2 34 Smoke Dome Side Wall Qty 2 68 Damper Beam 36 Qty 2 77A Top Plate 36 42 Qty 1 113 Smoke Dome 96 Qty 2 122 Top Plate...

Page 12: ...Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 02 2021 12 Isokern Maximus Linear Series 120 See Thru 82L120ST Steel angle 6 x 6 x 1 2 cut to span firebox opening This item is not included in the components and can be...

Page 13: ...ocally Component Part Description 16 Smoke Dome 60 72 Qty 4 34 Smoke Dome Side Wall Qty 2 69 Damper Beam 42 Qty 2 70 Damper Beam 46 48 Qty 2 74 Damper Beam 60 Qty 2 77A Top Plate 36 42 Qty 1 116 Smoke...

Page 14: ...stalling on a combustible floor system the area in front of the fireplace must be covered with a non combustible hearth extension that is set tight against the fireplace front The hearth extension sha...

Page 15: ...bs includes steel angle but no burner flue accessories d Maximus Linear See Thru 120 2 756 lbs includes steel angle but no burner flue accessories 2 Approximate weight of log set 100 lbs 3 Fire brick...

Page 16: ...aised hearth height When calculating raised hearth height be sure to allow for the 3 thick base plate plus the 2 1 2 thick fire brick floor in addition to the height of the platform The platform shall...

Page 17: ...rthcore Adhesive should squeeze out along the face of the entire joint as a sign of complete and proper sealing of the joint On broader contact surfaces it is advisable to apply several additional bea...

Page 18: ...joint as the firebox assembly progresses 1 Apply Earthcore Adhesive to the joints between each baseplate part and ensure to set each base plate in a full bed of Earthcore Adhesive on a level support s...

Page 19: ...areas on the base plate 3 Continue assembly of the consecutive courses of the firebox side walls Apply Earthcore Adhesive to the top of each layer of side wall components before setting the next cours...

Page 20: ...e iron These recesses shall begin at the front of the top sidewall components and extend 5 towards the center of the firebox These notches ensure that the angle iron is level and flush with the top of...

Page 21: ...back lintel Each of the damper end blocks are designed for a specific side of the unit When properly set the vertical face of each damper end block will be flush with the outside face of the firebox s...

Page 22: ...g sidewall components The sloping side walls will be placed in between the front and rear smoke dome components at the ends of the firebox and are designed to rest in their notched ends Once assembled...

Page 23: ...re Industries 02 2021 Isokern Maximus Linear Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 23 Assembled Maximus Linear See Thru Units Assembled 48 Maximus Linear See Thru 82L48ST Assembled 72 Maximus Linear See Thru...

Page 24: ...e Industries Isokern Maximus Linear Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 02 2021 24 Assembled Maximus Linear See Thru Units Assembled 96 Maximus Linear See Thru 82L96ST Assembled 120 Maximus Linear See Thru...

Page 25: ...at the air kit duct be routed in the most direct path to the outside wall of the building Air kits are typically supplied with 10 duct sections It is recommended not to exceed twenty feet 20 of four i...

Page 26: ...ey life Interior chimneys shall be enclosed where they extend through closets storage areas occupied spaces or anywhere the surface of the chimney could be contacted by persons or combustible material...

Page 27: ...et angle of 90 Contact Earthcore representative for total distances exceeding the table minimums maximums Selecting Horizontal or Vertical Venting System With the appliance secured determine vent rout...

Page 28: ...en center anchor plate over the Isowool blanket Figure 18 3 Secure the Anchor Plate with four 4 masonry anchors 4 Starting at the anchor plate attach the first section of B Vent Pipe The B Vent sectio...

Page 29: ...to be centered in the firestop s opening When installed check to make sure the one inch 25 4 mm clearance to combustible has been maintained IMPORTANT If the area above the penetration is an attic the...

Page 30: ...s NOTE A B Vent support plate MSP is required if vertical height exceeds 30 feet Maximum of 30 feet between supports 9 The vertical vent system will be terminated with a mechanical draft system Instal...

Page 31: ...e up to the location of termination 12 If the installation must pass through an attic floor or ceiling the B vent Firestop shall be utilized To pass the pipe through the floor ceiling begin by cutting...

Page 32: ...om any authorized ENERVEX representative Accessories fans and variable frequency drives are not covered by this manual Please refer to these component s individual manuals IMPORTANT TO REDUCE THE RISK...

Page 33: ...ve for fireplace operation The actuator has two end switches to prove damper position open or closed and is equipped with the Enerdrive fail safe system to open the damper in the event of an electrica...

Page 34: ...quired by the authority having jurisdiction the installation must also conform to the Standard for Draft Equipment and The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 All electrical wiring must be in a...

Page 35: ...silicone Install a weatherproof cable connector on the side of the actuator cover to prevent water ingress to the actuator 3 Use 6 of the included sheet metal screws to secure the actuator cover to t...

Page 36: ...d Fan Installation Vertical Termination 5 Measure the inside diameter of the flue and cut a corresponding hole in the center of the fiber mat If the flue is so big that the throat in the adapter has b...

Page 37: ...tor cover to prevent water ingress to the actuator 3 Use 6 of the included sheet metal screws to secure the actuator cover to the MFD Once secure apply a bead of silicone around the seams of the cover...

Page 38: ...to the structure that is within 10 ft 3 m of the termination point Exception This requirement shall not apply to the separation distance between the circulating air inlet and the vent discharge of a...

Page 39: ...Earthcore Industries 02 2021 Isokern Maximus Linear Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 39 Complete Electrical Schematic FIGURE 35...

Page 40: ...he roof or in a horizontal mount on an outside wall Junction capacitor box will be mounted near the fan mount Fan circuit disconnect de energizes the fan circuit for the purpose of servicing recommend...

Page 41: ...ring must be in compliance with the local codes or in their absence with the National Electric Code NFPA 70 latest edition If an external electrical source is utilized system must be electrically grou...

Page 42: ...itch PDS must be used with the ADC100 control as a system safety device The PDS monitors the pressure inside the stack and signals the control to shut down the appliance if insufficient draft exists A...

Page 43: ...installed close to the fan inlet See Figure 43 7 To produce an accurate pressure reading the probe should be installed flush with the inner wall of the chimney or stack If double walled stack is used...

Page 44: ...rol system Terminal Description Terminal Description 1 Line Power L1 11 Proven Draft Switch NO white 2 Line Neutral 12 Proven Draft Switch NC gray 3 Ground 13 Proven Draft Switch C purple 4 Fan Power...

Page 45: ...lied Approximately 35 to 40 lbs of prepared mortar will lay up one hundred 9 x 4 x 2 straights IMPORTANT DO NOT add additives such as fire clay sand cement or other accelerators These instructions may...

Page 46: ...sion 2 Repeat Step 1 for the opposite side of See Thru firebox 3 Starting at the front edge of the unit s sidewall apply split firebrick to the side wall of the unit Ensure approximately gap is kept b...

Page 47: ...etting the noncombustible facing material onto the drywall that spans across the top of the firebox opening there will be a gap between the back of the noncombustible finish material and the rough fro...

Page 48: ...that create the room wall finish All combustible trim projecting less than one and one half inch 1 1 2 from this plane must be kept a minimum of eight inches 8 from the sides top of the firebox openin...

Page 49: ...of 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa The appliance must be isolated from the gas piping system by closing its equipment shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the supply piping system at test pressures equal to o...

Page 50: ...sort may void manufacturer s warranty listings and approvals 25 The ISOFLAMES Linear Burner system is not intended to heat an entire home or to be used as a primary heat source 26 Children and adults...

Page 51: ...ven though no odor exists Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble flu symptoms including headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the fireplace may not...

Page 52: ...er Assembly propane ISF E 36 60 72 96N ISF E 36 60 72 96P 1 1 2 Pilot Assembly natural gas Pilot Assembly propane ISF E PAN ISF E PAP 1 1 3 Gas Valve natural gas Gas Valve propane ISF E GVN ISF E GVP...

Page 53: ...ecifications Burner Specifications Burner Model Minimum Fireplace Dimension in BTU Depth Height Width Nat Gas L P Gas Front Rear High Low High Low ISF36LB 17 5 16 48 37 54K 38K 48K 36K ISF60LB 17 5 16...

Page 54: ...off gas and electricity before starting installation or service 5 Make sure gas piping is pressure tested before control is connected High pressure can damage the control causing a hazardous condition...

Page 55: ...kPa The appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 If not installed and maint...

Page 56: ...ortion of this manual pgs 45 46 3 The burner cavity must have a height of 2 1 2 a depth of 9 1 4 and the length shall extend the entire width of firebox Table 5 4 The 48 and 72 Maximus Linear See Thru...

Page 57: ...ector to the gas inlet flared fitting on the burner assembly 7 Connect the other end of 12 flex connector to the gas supply 8 Avoid creating kinks in the flex connector 9 Make sure all connections are...

Page 58: ...place 02 2021 58 36 Burner Connection ISF36LB For Isokern Maximus Linear 82L48ST 60 Burner Connection ISF60LB For Isokern Maximus Linear 82L72ST ISF36LB Box No Part No Qty 4 E 18BP4 1 8 E 12BP1 1 ISF6...

Page 59: ...2021 Isokern Maximus Linear Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 59 72 Burner Connection ISF72LB For Isokern Maximus Linear 82L96ST ISF72LB Box No Part No Qty 4 E 18BP4 1 5 E 18BP5 1 9 E 12BP2 1 10 E 12BP3 1...

Page 60: ...ear Series See Thru Gas Fireplace 02 2021 60 96 Burner Connection ISF96LB For Isokern Maximus Linear 82L120ST ISF96LB Box No Part No Qty 2 E 18BP2 1 3 E 18BP3 1 9 E 12BP2 1 10 E 12BP3 1 11 E 12BP4 1 1...

Page 61: ...than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IFYOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supp...

Page 62: ...the battery bay in the transmitter Correctly align polarity 2 Insert the four 4 provided AA batteries into the wall switch battery bay behind the wall switch plate Correctly align polarity 3 On the w...

Page 63: ...appliance pressing the Down Arrow Key once will reduce the flame height by one step until the flame is turned off The Up Arrow Key will increase the flame height each time it is pressed If the Up Arro...

Page 64: ...veral cycles to purge out all the air in pilot tube 7 Once the pilot is ignited the main burner valve will turn on within 7 seconds 8 The burner should ignite and the flames should travel along the le...

Page 65: ...in pilot gas line It may take a few minutes to purge out all the air from the pilot gas tube to ignite No gas Verify pilot gas tube is threaded sufficiently to gas valve Verify all gas connections goi...

Page 66: ...rove go into alarm for 30 seconds followed by a full retry Flashes 3 If PDS loses proof for 15 seconds after initial PDS prove AUX OUT de energize stay in alarm until PDS prove returns and AUX OUT wil...

Page 67: ...LECTIVE VESPER BLACK FIRE GLASS 10 LB JAR RFG 10 KD 1 2 REFLECTIVE KRYSTALLO DIAMOND FIRE GLASS 10 LB JAR RFG 10 AD 1 2 REFLECTIVE AMBER DIAMOND FIRE GLASS 10 LB JAR Glass Media will be included with...

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Page 69: ...s warranty the party to whom this warranty is extended shall notify ISOKERN 6899 Phillips Industrial Blvd Jacksonville Florida 32256 in writing by registered mail within thirty 30 days following the d...

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